On behalf of Friends of Metuchen Arts, we are excited to announce our upcoming fundraiser: a grand gala held on March 7, 2026, at the elegant Metuchen Golf and Country Club. This event will bring together artists, patrons of the arts, and community members to celebrate creativity and raise funds to support our ongoing initiatives.
Keep a look out for the announcement of our wondrous theme.
In 2025, we presented or supported more than 35 Metuchen art events, most at no cost to the public: eight jazz concerts and a county-wide jazz festival, four classical music performances including one for children, Metuchen Porchfest, four art gallery exhibitions, four outdoor family fun shows, and 10 drawing nights.
We fund independent and emerging artists: In 2025, our grant program awarded $9,000 to local creative artists, enabling more than 15 performances, classes, and exhibits in our community. We are also proud to have created Metuchen Jazz for Youth, offering performance opportunities for young jazz artists.
We have big plans for 2026: We will continue our grant program with two funding cycles, as well as establish a $1,000 scholarship for a graduating senior from Metuchen High School. We will continue to support community theatre, dance, and film, as well as the popular Porchfest event and lots more!
You can trust us: We are careful stewards of your donations, vetting our grant recipients and providing only high-quality results. Your donation supports many artists and art projects across the community, building a more vibrant and creative borough.
We promote community partnerships and want to thank and recognize the leadership of Westerhoff School of Music & Art, Metuchen Arts Council, Metuchen Public Library, First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen, Hailey’s Harp and Pub and Metuchen Dance Centre for working with us.
Meet your gala chair, Shannon Osborn-Jones!
Shannon Osborn-Jones and her husband moved to Metuchen in 2008 and raised their three children here. The arts have always been close to Shannon's heart, and our thriving arts scene is one of her favorite things about Metuchen. She is passionate about teaching and learning; she creates engaging and interactive online and blended courses for the Office of Continuing Professional Education through Rutgers, is an adjunct professor of French, Italian, and ESL, and holds master's degrees in both applied linguistics and instructional design. Taking on the job of managing the FOMA Gala is just one of the many ways Shannon shares her talents to improve her community, and we are grateful to have her as an important FOMA partner!
contact her at sosborn-jones@friendsofmetuchenarts.org
Support the Arts: Advertise with Friends of Metuchen Arts
Deadline for submission: February 7, 2026
We invite you to support Friends of Metuchen Arts by placing an advertisement for your business in our ad book which will be given to all attendees and displayed at our upcoming Gala on March 7, 2026. This special event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to our community while directly contributing to a great cause.
Your contribution is tax-deductible, and all proceeds go to support local artists and arts events, our high school scholarship, and our gallery. By advertising with us, you help us fulfill our mission of fostering a vibrant arts community right here in Metuchen.
Ad Options and Pricing
We offer a variety of ad sizes to fit your needs, each providing excellent visibility. In addition to being printed, our ad book will be displayed on a screen throughout the event, ensuring your message reaches every guest.
Full Page Ad Inside Front Cover, or Back Cover (5 ¼ x 8 ⅜ inches) $500
Full Page Ad Inside (5 ¼ x 8 ⅜ inches) $250
Half Page Ad (2 ¾ x 4 ⅛ inches) $125
Quarter Page Ad(1 ⅜ x 2 inches) $75
If you have any questions or need assistance with your ad, please reach out to Audrey Hausser at ahausser@friendsofmetuchenarts.org or 732-646-0934. We look forward to partnering with you to make this year’s fundraiser a huge success.
Directions to Submit Advertisement
Thank you for your interest in supporting local art and artists! Funds raised through this ad book go directly to supporting artists and art initiatives in and around Metuchen.
Instructions:
Submit the required information below, artwork, business card, logo, etc., electronically via e-mail to Audrey Hausser at ahausser@friendsofmetuchenarts.org and pay via the button above.
OR
Make check payable to Friends of Metuchen Arts and mail the information below and the check to Friends of Metuchen Arts, 315A Main Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840. Please send an email with digital artwork, business card, logo, etc., to Audrey Hausser at ahausser@friendsofmetuchenarts.org.
Choosing the check method avoids the credit card fees required by GiveButter, our fundraising platform.
Required Information
Your Company/Personal Name as it should appear:
Please select ad size:
Cover Page $500 (inside front cover)
Cover Page $500 (back cover)
Full Page $250
Half Page $125
Quarter Page $75
Contact Name for the Donation/Sponsorship:
Contact Phone:
Contact Email: